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ANNUAL PICNIC and MART



Perfect weather prevailed for the Annual Picnic and Mart held at American Legion Post 244 in West Brookfield on July 27th.

Several new members attended and left with tall case and ogee clocks to add to their projects, and others found clocks and supplies worthy of adding to their collections.  All participants were overheard swapping stories and tips while visiting the various mart displays.  As usual, the combined efforts of Joanne and Steve Chatlas, Joe and Nancy Seremeth, and Rich Pompeo provided attendees with a delicious and plentiful picnic lunch which enticed many members to go back for seconds and some for thirds!

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Annual Picnic 2024

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Willard House Workshop


Annual Willard House Workshop and Luncheon

Saturday, May 18, 2024
Willard House & Clock Museum

11 Willard Street, North Grafton, MA  01536
(508)-839-3500
https://willardhouse.org/


In spite of the threatening weather, the May Workshop at the Willard House & Clock Museum in North Grafton, MA was a great success.  Speakers included Rich Pompeo, Chris Carey, and the featured informative and entertaining Robert Cheney who spoke about the gift of the Charles N. Grichar Collection of Horology, including Willard Clocks, E. Howard & Co. astronomical regulators, over 300 fine pocket watches and over 100 timekeepers for the wrist soon coming to Willard House.


ANNUAL MEETING, PRESENTATION, and MART

NAWCC New England Chapter 8
Saturday, February 3, 2024

     
SERVICING THE SWISS PINWHEEL JEWELER'S REGULATOR MOVEMENT
David Hagberg


It should be straightforward, servicing a time only, seconds beat weight driven wall clock. Swiss pinwheel regulator movements are another story!  David gave a brief overview of these clocks, and then, using a slideshow, took the audience through the unique disassembly steps.  He discussed possible problems and solutions unique to this type of clock and followed with cleaning, reassembly, lubrication, setup and continuing care.

 



REPLACING THE THIRD STRIKE WHEEL IN AN E.HOWARD TOWER CLOCK
Phil D'Avanza

 

Phil lead the audience through replacing a 96 tooth 5.5" diameter gear with 18 teeth that were missing.  From laying out the replacement on a hard brass plate to facing the blank, making the arbor, and cutting the teeth, and cutting the spokes, thereby producing a finely manufactured replacement wheel for the clock.  The audience was captivated by Phil's workmanship and precision throughout the process.

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February 3 2024
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October 14, 2023

NAWCC New England Chapter 8
Saturday, October 14, 2023


John Weber
 discussed his findings on Horological screws: the evolution of screws used in clocks and watches and the surprising economics of screws and screw making.  This includes a discussion of the impact of Waltham technology and how screws can show service issues.  Detailed examination of the screws, expecially in watches, is useful for determining how a watch or clock rates on terms of "Height" of its horology, antique, vintage used, and contemporary.



John Fitzwilliam, a veteran clock repairer and restorer based in Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire, at his shop "Clocks on the Common," showcase two remarkable early American Patent Timepieces, each cherished heirlooms of their respective families since their original purchase.


One of these timepieces is believed to be an exceptionally rare and previously undocumented early Simon Willard & Son clock, complete with a date and number. This intriguing piece has historical ties to a captivating home in Concord, Massachusetts, and John promises to provide further insights and details during his presentation.


The second timepiece, a Daniel Monroe clock, began its life in a tavern in Keene, New Hampshire, over two centuries ago and has remained within the same family ever since. John will share the fascinating history of this clock's journey and preservation.




ANNUAL PICNIC and MART

NAWCC New England Chapter 8
Saturday, August 5, 2023



The weather was spectacular for the Annual Picnic and Mart and the American Legion in West Brookfield.  Over 40 members and their guests attended, and, in additiona to the Mart, picnic, and Show and Tell, there were renewing of friendships, good conversation, and swapping of technical expertise!

Enjoy the pictures from the day!

Join Us on October 14, 2023 for our Fall Meeting and Mart - details forthcoming.

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August 5, 2023 Annual Picnic and Mart